One of the most stressful life events that one can go through is a divorce. There are many issues and pitfalls to be aware of as one goes through the process but there's one big one relating to real estate that we'd like to bring to your attention. When the parties are deciding how to divide the …
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Homestead in Naples
It's time to homestead your Naples home and reduce your tax bill on your real estate. Why apply for homestead in Naples? Florida offers numerous benefits to homesteading your property. First and foremost, you get a discount off your tax bill with the first $50,000 of value being subtracted …
2014 mortgage changes
There are some major changes on the horizon for buyers who need mortgages in order to purchase properties. These 2014 mortgage changes will be effective January 10, 2014 and will impact a great number of borrowers. The “great recession” of 2008 spawned the Dodd-Frank Act which was to improve the …
How to prepare for the flood insurance changes that are coming – Part 3
Flood Insurance Part 3 There are several resources available to purchasers or interested parties that will assist in making good decisions regarding properties currently owned or contemplated purchases. One excellent resource is FEMA and good information can be found there. It's a great place to …
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Who will be affected by the flood insurance changes – Part 2
Flood Insurance 2 The changes that have been implemented in the revised flood insurance laws are designed to make the National Flood Insurance Program more financially sound and fiscally viable. What will happen this year is that properties that are currently receiving rate subsidies will be …
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